Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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Calibrated ApertureAn accurate size hole to control flow. | |
Calibrated FloatThe float used in a hydrometer. It is designed to work accurately (calibrated) usually at 15 degrees Celsius. | |
Calibration ResistorA variable resistance that is used to set the basic position of a circuit. | |
CaliperIn a disc brake system, the mechanism that brings brake pads to bear on the disc by a clamping or pinching action, similar to that of the jaws of a Vernier caliper. | |
Caliper PistonA slave cylinder in a brake caliper. | |
CALPAKCalibration Pack | |
Cam BeltBelt, usually made of reinforced rubber, which drives the cam from the crank. | |
Cam LinkageA cam shaped (egg shaped) part. | |
Cam LobeHigh point of a cam which operates components. | |